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Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Awash, the capital of the Oromia region of Ethiopia, is located about 225 kilometers east of the capital, Addis Ababa, on the banks of the Awash River, and is an important economic and transportation hub in the eastern part of the country. The city is named "Awash" after the local Somali word for "water", emphasizing its close connection with the river. Nearby is Awash National Park, known for its spectacular volcanic landscapes, abundant wildlife such as zebras, giraffes and baboons, and valuable archaeological sites, including the discovery of ancient human fossils more than three million years old, making it one of the "Cradles of Humanity's Origins". The savannah climate, with an average annual temperature of 27°C, distinct wet and dry seasons, and lush green river valleys contrasting with the surrounding arid landscapes, attracts both nature and history lovers, and is an important gateway for experiencing Ethiopia's diverse ecology and ancient civilizations.
Shangluo City is located in the southeastern part of Shaanxi Province, at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains, connecting the provinces of Shaanxi, Hubei and Henan, and is the "backyard" of Xi'an, as well as an important water source for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. It has beautiful mountains and rivers, with a forest coverage of 69.8% and national forest parks such as Jinshi Grand Canyon and Niubei Liang, and is known as "China's Climate Recreation Capital". Historically, Shangluo was the fiefdom of Shang Yang, where Qin and Chu cultures mingled, giving rise to a rich folk culture and non-heritage skills, such as Shangluo flower drums and Zhen'an fishing drums. Agriculture is characterized by walnuts, chestnuts and Chinese herbal medicines (such as Salvia divinorum and Tianma), and eco-tourism and green industries are flourishing, making Shangluo an important ecological barrier in the Qinba Mountainous Region and a pleasant landscape city to live in and visit.